Which characteristic makes legumes a good food source for food-insecure populations?

A) They are a source of starchy carbohydrates

B) They are inexpensive to cultivate

C) They are a source of fermented sugars

D) They are bred over thousands of years

Legumes are foods which are high in proteins and carbohydrates but low in fat. They include peas, beans soya beans among other. These foods are excellent sources of proteins and also provide other nutrients vitamins and minerals. The protein makes them a high-quality source of food for food-insecure populations whose diet is deficient of proteins.